Priest
Priest noun - A person specially trained and authorized to conduct religious services in a Christian church.
Usage example: searched for a priest who could perform an exorcism
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Prelate and priest are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Prelate" instead a noun "Priest".
Prelate
Prelate noun - A senior clergyman and dignitary.
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Nearby Word: prelacy
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